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Lee School Board hears report on artificial intelligence pilot program

The Lee County School Board learned about the rollout of an artificial intelligence pilot program during its workshop Tuesday. The rollout stems around building confidence and comfort before the program is pushed out into the schools. Chief Academic Officer Dr. Nathan Shaker said their AI ...

Broadway Palm seeking canine to play Toto in ‘The Wizard of Oz’

Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre is putting out a special casting call for a very important role in its upcoming production of “The Wizard of Oz” — and this time, the star must be a terrier with four legs. The theatre is currently searching for a talented small terrier to play Dorothy’s ...

Cape Coral's Rullo-Soletti receives fellowship for marine science research

Florida Sea Grant’s 50-year legacy of protecting coastal communities is built on a foundation of student-led research, and at the heart of this effort is its long-standing partnership with the Guy Harvey Foundation. The GHF works with local, national, and international organizations to ...

SWFL News

Wilson Pigott Bridge reopens following 10-day closure for repairs

The Wilson Pigott Bridge reopened to traffic at approximately 10:30 a.m. today following a 10-day closure. The Florida Department of Transportation said it successfully completed critical repairs, including replacing the aging steel grid deck with a new steel grid deck to enhance safety and ...

Wilson Pigott Bridge to reopen Thursday ahead of afternoon commute

The Florida Department of Transportation says the Wilson Pigott Bridge is on track to reopen as scheduled on Thursday, April 23, following the completion of critical maintenance work within the anticipated 10-day closure window. Crews will complete final overnight operations tonight, including ...

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Playmakers Tailgate Party set for April 30

For the past decade, the Tommy Bohanon Foundation has raised nearly $2 million to help hundreds of young athletes of Southwest Florida improve their football skills, become responsible adults and get the equipment they need to excel on and off the playing field. In order to do that, the ...

Local Sports & Recreation

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Mariner blanks Fort Myers, 7-0, to win District 3A-11 flag football title

Wednesday FLAG FOOTBALL District 3A-11 Championship Mariner 7, Fort Myers 0: The Tritons earned the 3A-11 title with a strong defensive performance. Mariner (9-5) held its opponents to just under six points a game this season while averaging nearly 23 points per contest. BEACH ...

Local Columns

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Guest Commentary: Troubled bridge over muddy water

When people think of “old Florida” in Southwest Florida, small historic cow towns like Alva, Fort Denaud, and LaBelle often come to mind. These communities sit near the point where four counties—Hendry, Glades, Lee, and Charlotte—meet at what is known as the “quad-point.” For now, ...

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